Difference Between Detailed Timesheet and Weekly Summary

May 25, 2025

Overview:

HRStop offers two modes of time entry for employees: Detailed Timesheet (Daily View) and Weekly Summary (Weekly View). Each is suited to different business requirements and offers varying levels of detail.


Detailed Timesheet (Daily View)

Best for: Task-level tracking, client billing, and compliance-heavy roles.

FeatureDescription
View TypeDaily
Required FieldsStart Time, End Time, Client, Project, Task, Description
Level of DetailHigh (per task, per day)
Attachment SupportYes
Work TypeIdeal for multi-tasking and granular reporting
Approval VisibilityAdmins can see time distribution per activity

Weekly Summary

Best for: Teams with fixed routines or low variation in task types.

FeatureDescription
View TypeWeekly grid
Required FieldsClient, Project, Task, Total daily hours
Level of DetailModerate
Start/End TimeNot required
Work TypeIdeal for general project tracking
Attachment Support
Not applicable

Admin Configuration:

You can enforce detailed view via:

Settings > Timesheet Configuration -> Make Detailed Timesheet Mandatory